Income earned here by foreign hotel chains does not remain in Thailand but is remitted to headquarters, mostly outside Thailand. In his view, all the world has it wrong: the media, world leaders, governments, human rights organisations. The ascent of China has now made many countries in the world, including Thailand, question the values of democracy. Farcical MangoDon't let buses rustRe: "B4bn budget for 489 NGV city buses" (BP, Sept 20). Clara HolzerCONTACT: BANGKOK POST BUILDING136 Na Ranong Road Klong Toey, Bangkok 10110Fax: +02 6164000 email: postbag@bangkokpost.co.thAll letter writers must provide full name and address.

Source: Bangkok Post September 23, 2017 21:22 UTC